Draft:Kyle Even
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| Birth name | Kyle Even |
| Born | September 21, 1985 Glenwood Springs, Colorado, United States |
| Years active | 2007–2019 |
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| Formerly of | Breathe Carolina |
Kyle Even (born September 21, 1985)[1] was an American electronic music artist from Glenwood Springs, Colorado. He is best known as the former co-vocalist for Breathe Carolina before departing the group in 2013 to be with his family after having his first child.[2]
Early life
[edit]Even was born in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, United States on September 21, 1985. He was raised in Littleton, Colorado.[3] Even was introduced to alternative rock by an older stepbrother. Even sang in choir while he was in middle school. He attended and graduated from Chatfield High School.[4][5] Before joining Breathe Carolina, Even performed in the band Rivendale and released an EP called, Portrait of Shadows.[1] He met and befriended Breathe Carolina member David Schmitt at a battle of the bands competition.[6] Even had worked as a photographer before quitting to form Breathe Carolina.[7]
Career
[edit]Even joined Breathe Carolina after being asked by David Schmitt in 2007. They began recording songs on the music-creating software GarageBand.[8] The duo signed with Rise Records and released their debut studio album, It's Classy, Not Classic in 2008.[9] In 2009, they released their second studio album, Hello Fascination via Fearless Records.[10]
In 2013, Even released a single with German-American singer Beatrice Brigitte called "Are You Listening". Even was also featured in a rap song, "Hillbillary" by rapper Stug Fent. In October 2013, Even left the group to be with his family after having his first child.[2]
Personal life
[edit]In 2012, Even along with Schmitt teamed up with Blush and started their own clothing line.[11] After leaving the group, Even played professional golf in 2018.[12]
Discography
[edit]with Breathe Carolina
- It's Classy, Not Classic (2008)
- Hello Fascination (2009)
- Hell Is What You Make It (2011)
Singles
[edit]As lead artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Are You Listening"[13] (with Beatrice Brigitte) |
2013 | Non-album single |
As featured artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Here I Am"[14] (Beatrice Brigitte featuring Kyle Even) |
2019 | Non-album single |
Guest appearances
[edit]| Title | Year | Album |
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| "All For You" (Kill Paradise featuring Kyle Even of Breathe Carolina) |
2009 | The Second Effect |
| "Hillbillary"[15] (Stug Fent featuring Kyle Even) |
2013 | Saturday Morning |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Alternative Press, Issue No. 285. April 2011. p. 54.
- ^ a b Cassie Whitt (October 15, 2013). "Kyle Even leaves Breathe Carolina". Alternative Press. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ Michael Roberts (August 6, 2009). "Breathe Carolina's Kyle Evans discusses the joys and dangers of the Warped Tour". Westword. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ Bridges, Sally (June 14, 2009). "Broomfield band to get Warped". Broomfield Enterprise. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
- ^ Michael Roberts (August 5, 2009). "Q&A with Kyle Even of Breathe Carolina". Westword. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ Michael Roberts (December 24, 2009). "The Joys and Dangers of Breathe Carolina". Dallas Observer. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ Behe, Rege (February 10, 2009). "Breathe Carolina's fan response left band breathless". Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Archived from the original on January 31, 2013. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ Ramirez, Miriam (August 14, 2008). "BAND PROFILE: Breathe Carolina". The Monitor. Archived from the original on June 14, 2012. Retrieved July 18, 2009.
- ^ "Breathe Carolina post full album stream". Alternative Press. September 1, 2008. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
- ^ "Breathe Carolina post album trailer". Alternative Press. August 6, 2009. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
- ^ "Breathe Carolina On Las Vegas Debauchery & More (Video)". Buzznet. July 2, 2012. Retrieved February 1, 2023.
- ^ "Kyle Even #112655". Retrieved February 1, 2023.
- ^ "Are You Listening - Single by Kyle Vs Beatrice". Apple Music. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
- ^ "Here I Am (feat. Kyle Even) - Single by Beatrice Brigitte". Apple Music. Retrieved February 1, 2023.
- ^ "Saturday Morning - Stug Fent". Apple Music. Retrieved February 1, 2023.